Grapes And Champagne By Jean Baptiste Olive 1848-1936

Superb still life signed lower right JB OLIVE oil on canvas measuring 43cm x 65cm plus quality frame 51cm x 77cm Grapes on an entablature with cauldron and glass of champagne Jean Baptiste OLIVE is a Master of Provençal painting famous for his seascapes and natures still lifes Considered one of the greatest Provençal painters of his generation, he appears in major international museums. He was a student of Cornellier for seascapes and of Antoine Vollon for still lifes. Born in Marseille, he joined the decorator's apprentice at a very young age. In 1874 he went to Paris and participated in his first Salon. He participated in the decoration of the blue train at the Lyon station. Numerous awards will mark his career. His works will join major international collections as well as numerous museums, good condition, beautiful collector's item, free shipping worldwide.